Coats Group plc engages in the provision of essential materials, components, and software solutions for the apparel and footwear industries in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, and Asia. The company operates through two divisions Apparel and Footwear. It provides industrial sewing threads for children's wear, denim, intimate and underwear, ladieswear, leather wear, menswear, sports and activewear, and workwear and uniforms applications, as well as offers supply chain components, services, and software. The company also offers engineered products comprising structural components, threads, and insoles for athleisure, performance, fashion, and sports footwear markets. In addition, it provides engineered solutions for industrial customers, including performance threads for various applications; and safety materials and fabrics, and composite products for telecom and energy applications. The company was formerly known as Guinness Peat Group plc and changed its name to Coats Group plc in February 2015. Coats Group plc was founded in 1755 and is based in London, the United Kingdom.